Teenager Luke Littler wins the World Darts Championship, defeating Michael Van Gerwen and becoming the youngest champion in history.
Luke Littler, a 17-year-old darts prodigy, has won the World Darts Championship, defeating darts legend Michael Van Gerwen 7-3 in a thrilling final. This victory marks Littler as the youngest-ever World Champion, securing a £500,000 prize. Littler's exceptional performance this year, including a second-place finish in the BBC Sports Personality of the Year and being the most Googled UK sportsperson of 2024, solidifies his status as a rising star in the world of darts.
The World Darts Championship features a significant prize pool, with the winner receiving £500,000 and the runner-up £200,000. In addition to the main prize money, sponsors Paddy Power offer additional rewards for specific achievements during the tournament, such as a £60,000 payout for a nine-dart finish
DARTS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP LUKE LITTLER MICHAEL VAN GERWEN YOUNGEST CHAMPION
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